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The Standard Editor
This is the digital news site of the Uganda Christian University community newspaper, "The Standard". The Standard newspaper was established in May 2007 under, formerly Department, but now School of Journalism, Media & Communication.
In a ceremony held last week on 6 September Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi and the UCU top officials,officially handed over the new School of Journalism faculty building to the Dean of the School of Journalism, Prof. Monica Chibita.
If you have seen and heard about sunscreen but are not sure of what it is, you are like many. Sunscreen is not used as much in Uganda or well known about. It is an active ingredient of creams and lotions intended to protect skin from the sun. So, is it something one should use daily?
In the world of men’s fashion, shoes are more than just an accessory; they are a statement of style, personality, and elegance. For Ugandan men looking to elevate their fashion game, understanding the essential types of shoes is key to creating a versatile and sophisticated wardrobe. Here, we delve into seven must-have shoe types that will ensure you step out in style, no matter the occasion.
Top educators from Uganda Christian University (UCU) and Makerere University joined a distinguished gathering of academics from across Africa at a groundbreaking conference on media and e-learning, held from August 12-14 at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) in Blantyre.
By Michael Ainomugisha. The draws for the 2024/25 Pepsi University Football League (UFL) have been announced, with Uganda Christian University (UCU) set to host the opening match on Tuesday, September 17th. UCU will look to bounce back from a disappointing 2023/24 campaign, where they lost 3-1 to Nkumba University in the final at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. Nkumba claimed their first-ever league title in a dominant performance, with goals from Kennedy Ssebadduka, Ismael Lubega, and Musuga Isaac. UCU struggled after goalkeeper John Collins Wesonga was red-carded in the 21st minute for handling the ball outside the box. Sharif Ssewanyana scored…
With this win, the Lady Canons are just two games away from clinching the championship, while the Dolphins face a must-win situation in Game Three on Sunday to keep their title defence hopes alive.
UCU’s dominance on the boards, out-rebounding JKL 56-49, was crucial, especially as the Lady Dolphins mounted a late surge in the game. Despite the Dolphins’ efforts, the Lady Cats maintained their lead and secured the win.
The 2024 Federation of Uganda Basketball Association (FUBA) Women’s National Basketball League finals will once again see the UCU Lady Canons face off against the JKL Lady Dolphins, reigniting a 2022 NBL final thriller.
Njangali was ordained as the first female deacon in East Africa on September 10, 1973. This outraged a number of lay people and priests who believed it not biblical to ordain a woman. Although she was never fully priested, her ordination broke the ecclesiastical glass ceiling, paving the way for future generations of women in ministry, and in 1983, Bishop Festo Kivengere of Kigezi ordained three women as priests.
Many people will agree that succeeding in today’s workplace has advanced beyond having mere academic qualifications and these days, employers seek more than just academic credentials.